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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 27 and 28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The ghost that Phaedrus pursued was
(a) the ghost of Western thought.
(b) the ghost of modern science.
(c) the ghost of rationality.
(d) the ghost of technology.

2. Academic freedom was threatened by all EXCEPT
(a) More stringent rules about acceptance to the college were enacted.
(b) Professors were banned from speaking freely on campus.
(c) There was a rule against failing students in classes.
(d) Accusations of stirring up trouble were leveled at professors.

3. Which of the following is the best description of Phaedrus?
(a) Phaedrus was secretive, aloof, and seemingly cold to others.
(b) Phaedrus was intelligent, focused, and courageous.
(c) Phaedrus was tall, darkly complected, and highly intelligent.
(d) Phaedrus was brilliant, focused on his work, and insensitive to people.

4. The building where Phaedrus taught was
(a) yellow brick with framing timbers.
(b) granite with arches.
(c) red brick with pillars.
(d) dark brown brick with gables.

5. Phaedrus used the number zero as a means of showing
(a) subjective elimination.
(b) reductio ad absurdum.
(c) classic formalism.
(d) scientific materialism.

Short Answer Questions

1. The lecture delivered by Phaedrus in chapter 13 referenced

2. A motorcycle mechanic

3. The first phase of Phaedrus' exploration into the meaning of the term Quality was

4. The group crossed the Missouri River at

5. What does Chris want to know about his father?

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